Cheqroom vs ManageEngine AssetExplorer

Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Asset Tracking Software Tools for Business (2026) and The 11 Best IT Asset Management Software (2026). Last verified June 28, 2026.

The short answer

ManageEngine AssetExplorer ranks higher on Top 11 (#6 vs #8) for Operations and IT managers tracking physical assets, equipment, and inventory in real time / IT managers tracking hardware and software assets across the organization. A cost-effective ITAM tool that integrates perfectly with other ManageEngine IT management products.

At a glance

CheqroomManageEngine AssetExplorer
Top 11 rank#8 / The 11 Best Asset Tracking Software Tools for Business (2026)#6 / The 11 Best IT Asset Management Software (2026)
Score (out of 9.4)7.88.2
Best forAV and media equipmentIntegrated Mid-Market Suite
Pricing$$$ ($150 to $500+/mo)$$ (Starts ~$955/year for 250 assets)
HQGhent, BelgiumChennai, India
Founded20141996

Cheqroom

The top choice for managing AV and creative gear with tailored reservation features.

www.cheqroom.com

See full entry in The 11 Best Asset Tracking Software Tools for Business (2026)

ManageEngine AssetExplorer

A cost-effective ITAM tool that integrates perfectly with other ManageEngine IT management products.

www.manageengine.com/products/asset-explorer/

See full entry in The 11 Best IT Asset Management Software (2026)

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